Hello, I am looking at buying a 2004 Baja turbo. Motor had an erratic miss and would pop dipstick out of tube......he pulled the motor thinking a head gasket was bad and never did anything with it.....my question, is what is a safe amount to purchase it as is......please serious answers.....thanks

Original motor,? I owned a 2003, thought the turbos was only offered in 05 and 06?

natetru,

 

If the dipstick pops out, there is too much crankcase pressure. It may be a simple fix as just replacing the PCV valve, or much more serious and bears checking out. If it blows the dipstick, you can bet the front and rear main seals won't be far behind, and the clutch not far behind those.

 

Realistically, you need to be able to steal the car as is, simply because you have no idea as to what it'll cost to fix. Check JDMTigerJapanese online for a used JDM motor. It might prove a better route to go. Then again, a good indepent mechanic might give you the answer you need. From what you've given us its hard to say what you'll be up against.

 

Check the retail prices for similar cars of that age and mileage and condition, and then subtract at least $3000 or more to be safe. If he won't agree to that, .... walk away. Good Luck!

ok...the motor is out, and i believe heads were removed before he decided he doesnt want to get into it.

we have already agrred on a price, i think it is absolute steal....under 1000......plus another 3000 to geta new motor in it....id be in car for 4000

buy it

thank you sir